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Creamy Mushroom Soup

Creamy Mushroom Soup

Creamy mushroom soup is a rich and comforting dish featuring fresh mushrooms sautéed with aromatic onions and garlic, thickened with flour, and blended to a silky smooth texture. Finished with heavy cream and fresh herbs, this quick and easy soup delivers earthy, savory flavors perfect for cozy meals or elegant starters.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Mushrooms and Aromatics

  • 500g fresh mushrooms, sliced (button, cremini, shiitake, or oyster)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Fat and Thickener

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)

Liquid Base

  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or milk (or coconut milk for vegan)

Herbs and Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Aromatics: Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant to build the soup’s savory backbone.
  2. Cook the Mushrooms: Add sliced fresh mushrooms to the pot and cook until moisture releases and mushrooms begin to brown, intensifying their earthy flavor.
  3. Create the Roux: Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir well to absorb butter and juices. Cook for 2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste and develop a subtle nuttiness.
  4. Add Broth and Simmer: Slowly pour in the broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes to thicken and meld flavors.
  5. Blend Until Smooth: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot or transfer soup to a blender in batches. Blend until velvety smooth, the signature texture of this soup.
  6. Stir in Cream and Season: Return soup to heat, stir in heavy cream or milk, and season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Heat through gently before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh mushrooms for best texture and flavor.
  • Don’t skip browning mushrooms and onions for rich caramelized notes.
  • Adjust flour or cream amount to control soup thickness.
  • Let soup cool slightly before blending to avoid splatter and burns.
  • Season gradually, tasting throughout cooking for balanced flavor.
  • For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour.
  • Vegan version: replace butter with olive oil and use coconut milk plus vegetable broth.
  • Store leftovers in airtight container refrigerated up to 3 days or freeze (without cream) up to 2 months.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: creamy mushroom soup, easy mushroom soup, vegan mushroom soup, gluten free soup, autumn soup, comfort food